Flex-Neck Classic Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter (Pediatric) Product Usage: If the patient is a suitable candidate for peritoneal dialysis (PD) therapy, The Flex-Neck¿ PD Catheter can be implanted either surgically or peritoneoscopically. The only contraindication to implantation of the FlexNeck PD Catheter is if the patient is not a candidate for peritoneal dialysis. Numerous prior surgeries or suspected or documented intraperitoneal adhesions may be relative contraindications to PD. However, since the Y-TEC¿ System of peritoneoscopic implantation enable inspection of the peritoneum to confirm the presence of adhesions and to avoid them, all patients who are suitable for PD can receive this catheter.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Catalog Number: CF-5242 Lot Numbers: H1027245, H1038032, H1040946, H1063581, H1082840, H1117442, H845164, H879797, H936407, H980897, and H995076.
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Merit Medical Systems, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- Mix-up between adult and pediatrics PD catheter.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Flex-Neck Classic Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter (Pediatric) Product Usage: If the patient is a suitable candidate for peritoneal dialysis (PD) therapy, The Flex-Neck¿ PD Catheter can be implanted either surgically or peritoneoscopically. The only contraindication to implantation of the FlexNeck PD Catheter is if the patient is not a candidate for peritoneal dialysis. Numerous prior surgeries or suspected or documented intraperitoneal adhesions may be relative contraindications to PD. However, since the Y-TEC¿ System of peritoneoscopic implantation enable inspection of the peritoneum to confirm the presence of adhesions and to avoid them, all patients who are suitable for PD can receive this catheter.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Catalog Number: CF-5242 Lot Numbers: H1027245, H1038032, H1040946, H1063581, H1082840, H1117442, H845164, H879797, H936407, H980897, and H995076.
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-2823-2018
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